Understanding Mass Society and Ideology

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What characterizes a mass society?

  • A large group feeling disconnected and influenced by media. (correct)
  • A community deeply rooted in traditions and local practices.
  • A small group of people connected through personal relationships.
  • A society with minimal technological influence.

What was the impact of the Printz v. United States (1997) ruling?

  • It allowed states to completely disregard federal guidelines.
  • It increased federal background check powers significantly.
  • It affirmed the federal government's authority to enforce state laws.
  • It limited the federal government's ability to mandate state officials for federal laws. (correct)

What does cognitive dissonance refer to?

  • The agreement of beliefs with one’s actions.
  • The confusion arising from a lack of ideology.
  • The enjoyment of differing opinions without conflict.
  • The discomfort felt when beliefs contradict actions. (correct)

Which president served immediately after Richard Nixon?

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What does ideology refer to in a societal context?

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Why are there gaps in FBI data?

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What is a barrel shroud primarily used for?

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Which president held office during 1977-1981?

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What is the purpose of a pistol grip on a firearm?

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What was a primary goal of the Omnibus Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994?

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What does the term recidivism refer to?

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Which of the following best defines implicit bias?

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What is meant by the term 'vigilante'?

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What does the phrase 'prison industrial complex' refer to?

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In the context of governance, what does diffusion refer to?

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What is the meaning of the term disproportion?

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Which statement accurately describes a conservative mindset?

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What does the term proliferation refer to?

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Which of the following is a major focus of the Omnibus Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act?

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Flashcards

Mass Society

A large group of people feeling disconnected and influenced by media and modern life. It's often associated with urbanization and the impact of technology.

Gaps in FBI Data

Differences in data collection practices among states, influenced by concerns about federal overreach and legal limitations, resulting in incomplete national records.

Printz v. United States (1997)

A 1997 Supreme Court ruling stating that the federal government cannot force states to enforce federal background checks, as it violates states' rights.

Cognitive Dissonance

The uncomfortable feeling people experience when their beliefs clash with their actions, leading them to adjust one or the other to reduce the dissonance.

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Ideology

A set of beliefs, ideas, or assumptions shaping how people view the world and make decisions.

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37th President (1969-1974)

Richard Nixon, 37th President of the United States, served from 1969 until his resignation in 1974.

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38th President (1974-1977)

Gerald Ford, 38th President of the United States, served from 1974 to 1977 after Nixon's resignation.

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39th President (1977-1981)

Jimmy Carter, 39th President of the United States, served from 1977 to 1981.

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40th President (1981-1989)

Ronald Reagan, 40th President of the United States, served from 1981 to 1989.

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41st President (1989-1993)

George H.W. Bush, 41st President of the United States, served from 1989 to 1993.

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Omnibus Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1968

A law passed in 1968 to combat crime by providing more funding for police, restricting certain firearms, and increasing punishments for offenders.

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Implicit Bias

A type of bias that operates subconsciously, influencing our perception and treatment of others based on unconscious preconceptions.

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Recidivism

The act of returning to a previous, often undesirable, pattern of behavior.

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Vigilante

A person who takes the law into their own hands, acting as a judge and enforcer.

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Prison Industrial Complex

Corporations or industries that profit from the incarceration of individuals, creating a system that incentivizes imprisonment.

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Diffusion

The spread or distribution of power across different levels of government, such as between state and federal authorities.

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Conservative

Someone who prefers to maintain traditions, resisting changes and innovation.

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Disproportion

A situation where something is uneven or unfair in terms of size or distribution.

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Study Notes

Mass Society

  • Mass society is when large groups feel disconnected, influenced by modern media and technology, common in urban areas.

Peter Elijah Lungu

  • Peter Elijah Lungu is the Executive Director of the Zambian Institute for Sustainable Development.

Gaps in FBI Data

  • FBI data gaps exist due to some states not sharing records, fearing federal intervention. The 1997 Supreme Court limited federal background checks.

Printz v. United States (1997)

  • The ruling stated the federal government cannot force states to enforce federal background check laws, protecting state rights under the 10th Amendment.

Cognitive Dissonance

  • Cognitive dissonance is the discomfort when beliefs don't align with actions, prompting changes to feel better.

Ideology

  • Ideology is a set of beliefs that shape how people view the world and make decisions.

37th President (1969)

  • Richard Nixon was the 37th President.

38th President (1974-1977)

  • Gerald Ford was the 38th President.

Barrel Shroud

  • A barrel shroud is a device preventing injuries from hot barrels.

Pistol Grip

  • The pistol grip is a part of a gun, intended for holding.

Omnibus Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994

  • This act aimed to fight crime, increased police funding, banned certain guns, and increased punishments for crimes.

Marion Hammer's Quote

  • "Banning people and things because of the way they look went out a long time ago."

Proliferation

  • Proliferation is rapid growth or spread.

Implicit Bias

  • Implicit bias refers to unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect how people perceive and treat others.

Recidivism

  • Recidivism is the act of returning to a previous bad behavior.

Vigilante

  • A vigilante is a person taking the law into their own hands.

Prison Industrial Complex

  • Businesses profit from inmates.

Diffusion

  • Diffusion is the spreading or sharing of power among states and the federal government.

Conservative

  • A conservative prefers traditional approaches.

Disproportion

  • Disproportion is something that is uneven or not fair in size.

39th President (1977-1981)

  • Jimmy Carter was the 39th President

40th President (1981-1989)

  • Ronald Reagan was the 40th President

41st President (1989-1993)

  • George H. W. Bush was the 41st President

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